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If you struggle with overeating, then you might be as surprised as some of my clients when I tell them it’s not really about the food. What you eat, is only a small part of the overeating story. The other part that’s often overlooked – is how you eat, and how you eat is a […]

Food cravings are like the scary monster that hides in your closet. They’re hard to get a good look at because most of the time, you’re either resisting them or running like hell in the other direction. They also leave you with a sense of uneasiness because you’re never really sure when they will jump […]

Mindless eating: we all do it to some degree, each and every day. Even the most subtle things can prompt us to keep eating, without even noticing it. Would you believe that if you were to sit down to a bag a Skittles with a variety of colors, you would most likely eat more than […]

Want to know how to detox your body without going on a diet? If you’re using detoxing as a means of crash dieting, which further enables unhealthy patterns (I can eat this now, or binge now because I’ll be detoxing next week…) then I think you’ll benefit from learning how to detox your body without […]

You’ve lost the weight, but now the hard part is maintaining it. Here are 6 tips for consistent weight management, to help you end the cycle of fluctuating weight levels. Yo-yo dieting is such an 80’s term isn’t it? Yet, I know so many people who witness pretty major fluctuations in the number staring back […]

Staying healthy while traveling can often prove to be challenging. But with a little planning and fore site, it really doesn’t have to be. Travel a lot for work or planning a little road trip for fun? Whether you’re hitting the road for a weekend trip, a weeklong trip or are a dedicated traveler on […]

Everyone on the planet has one thing in common – we all have tough days. You know those days, right? When you just don’t feel that you have what it takes to keep going, to summon up the strength to face what needs to be faced. You can help yourself get over the hurdle by […]

Do you take yourself too seriously? I know I catch myself in serious mode more often than I’d like to admit – but I’m working on it! Our mental attitude affects how we perceive the moments of our lives and can also influence our health. Here are 4 good reasons to take yourself less seriously: […]

At last, science is finally catching up to what the mystics have been saying for thousands of years: the mind and body are intricately connected. More than ever, people are talking about the power of our thoughts – and I for one, am a believer. We’ve all heard some variation of these popular sayings: “As you […]

I love avocados. And with good reason, they’re diverse, taste great and are an amazing source of nutrients. Avocado’s array of health benefits are so vast that I’m actually convinced avocados love us too. Here are 13 Ways Avocados Love You Back! 1. Eating Avocado Regularly Can Support a Healthy Heart! This creamy green fruit contains […]

As the saying goes: “Let Food Be Thy Medicine” and when it comes to the health benefits of turmeric, it’s certainly a potent medicine! The health benefits of turmeric, a member of the ginger family, cannot be understated. This potent medicinal herb tops my charts of most beneficial and far-reaching plant medicinals – a must […]

Dragon fruit has got to be one of the most spectacular and exotic looking fruits on the face of this planet – actually, it looks like it could be from another planet! Want to immerse yourself for a whole week in exploring, tasting and eating exotic fruits like this? Check out our group or private raw […]

Transitioning to a healthier lifestyle doesn’t mean you can’t have your cake and eat it too. I have a client doing a month-long raw food detox retreat here in Hawaii and after two weeks of going through the more intense detox phase, focusing a lot on juices, smoothies and healthy dinners, it was time to […]

There’s a reason that sandwiches have had a long standing role in the traditional lunchbox. They’re compact, convenient and satisfying to eat. Wraps have also made a sizable mark on our food landscape because they offer the same level of convenience. But if you’re living a gluten-free lifestyle or are on the raw vegan path, […]

Looking for some easy and healthy raw food snacks for you and your family? These banana buckwheat bars are made with raw, sprouted buckwheat and are super easy to make. They also last at least a few weeks in the fridge, (and probably at least 10 days out of the fridge depending on how far […]

I think one of the biggest misconceptions about the raw food lifestyle is that it’s too time consuming. I totally disagree. I think it might take a little bit of a learning curve to get into a new habit of making new recipes, but honestly, my meals take me about 5 minutes to make […]

When it comes to making morning smoothies, the choices are endless. I love to make my usual fruity smoothies, but sometimes I’m in the mood to change things up a bit. If you’re looking to get some new breakfast recipe ideas, don’t forget to check out my upcoming free 7-day MIY (Make It Yourself) Healthy […]

Coming up with new smoothies is always fun. This combination meets all the standards of nutrient rich, super hydrating and absolutely delicious! If you haven’t figured out why we’re calling this one the Bluebellery Smoothie, here’s the breakdown: Blueberries: If there ever was a nutritional powerhouse, blueberries are it! Blueberries help to maintain healthy bones, lower […]

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About Laura Dawn

Laura Dawn is a holistic health consultant, raw food chef, speaker and author. She is the author of “Unhooked: A Holistic Approach to Ending Your Struggle with Food” as well as “Mindful Eating for Dummies”.

After discovering the secrets to healing her disordered eating, Laura Dawn has inspired others to drop their struggle with food and weight. A dynamic keynote speaker, her passion is to inspire people to choose a sustainable path of health and happiness.

She is the founder of Happy & Raw (www.happyandraw.com) and runs health retreats in Hawaii, where she resides on her organic farm.